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Get a world-class education with the solid Christian foundation you’re looking for at Liberty University. Here, you’ll gain the values, knowledge, and skills you’ll need for success in every aspect of life.

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Add-On Licensure

Forms

Gifted Education Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education is specifically geared toward individuals who have an interest in meeting the needs of students who are gifted. For individuals who already have a teaching license, completion of this certificate qualifies for the add-on endorsement in Gifted education (45-hour practicum required for add-on endorsement).

EDUC 526 - Principles and Practices in Gifted Education - 3 Credits

EDUC 620 - Organization and Design of Gifted Ed Programs - 3 Credits

EDUC 621 - Educational Assessment for Special Needs - 3 Credits

EDUC 627 - Readings and Research in Gifted Education - 3 Credits

EDUC 598 or 698* - Practicum or Directed Practicum* - 3 Credits

Total Credit Hours: 12 (15*)

*Candidates seeking to add the Gifted endorsement to an existing teaching license must enroll in EDUC 598 (for certificate candidates) or 698 (for degree candidates) to complete the required field experience hours.

Preschool Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Preschool Studies is specifically geared toward individuals who have an interest in teaching/directing preschool programs. For individuals who already have an elementary teaching license, completion of this certificate qualifies for the add-on endorsement in Early Childhood for 3- and 4-Year Olds (45-hour practicum required for add-on endorsement).

EDUC 501 - Advanced Child Development - 3 Credits

EDUC 653 - Current Issues in Early Childhood Education - 3 Credits

EDUC 670 - Curriculum and Methods for Early Childhood - 3 Credits

EDUC 598 or 698* - Practicum or Directed Practicum*

Total Credit Hours: 9 (12*)

*Candidates seeking to add the Early Childhood endorsement for 3- and 4-year olds to an existing teaching license must enroll in EDUC 598 (for certificate candidates) or 698 (for degree candidates) to complete the required field experience hours.

Middle Grades Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in Middle Grades is specifically geared toward individuals with an interest in middle-grade students. While completion of this certificate does not gain access to teacher licensure, it will enhance knowledge and skills about the middle grades.

School Leadership Graduate Certificate

The Graduate Certificate in School Leadership is specifically geared toward individuals with an interest in leadership in educational settings. While completion of this certificate does not gain access to teacher licensure, it will enhance leadership knowledge and skills.